Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Nankai University offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) program designed to cultivate applied professionals for government and public sector organizations. The program focuses on developing comprehensive skills in public management and policy analysis, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical abilities. Students will gain a systematic understanding of public management principles, learn to utilize social science research methods and technology for analysis, and develop expertise in policy formulation and implementation. The MPA program offers both single-certificate and double-certificate options. The single-certificate MPA requires completion of 40 credits, including core courses, specialized direction courses, electives, and social practice, culminating in a thesis defense. The double-certificate MPA is a full-time program designed to foster comprehensive talent for public and government organizations. The program emphasizes both academic rigor and practical application, preparing graduates for leadership roles in public service.

Curriculum

The MPA curriculum is structured around core courses, specialized direction compulsory courses, and electives. Students must complete a minimum of 40 credits, including 21 core credits, 10 direction compulsory credits, 6 elective credits, 2 brand course credits, and 1 social practice credit. The program adopts a dual-tutorial system, with a teaching tutor for thesis guidance and a practice tutor for social practice. Thesis management is rigorous, involving strict topic selection, tutor responsibility, anonymous assessment, and defense processes.

1. Year 1-2.5 (minimum)
   • Ruling 101Brand Course
   • Zhou Enlai Government Administration Theory and PracticeBrand Course
   • Socialism Construction Theory and PracticeA01
   • Foreign LanguageA02
   • PoliticsA03
   • Public AdministrationA04
   • Public EconomicsA05
   • Public Policy AnalysisA06
   • Social Research MethodsA07
   • Government Processes of Contemporary ChinaB101
   • Social Transformation and Government DevelopmentB102
   • Government Organization Behavior and Organization ManagementB103
   • Government Human Resource Development and ManagementB104
   • Methods of Government LeadershipB105
   • Policy TheoryB201
   • Economic Analysis of Public PolicyB202
   • Policy and Organization Analysis of Public PolicyB203
   • Public Project EvaluationB204
   • Information Technology and ApplicationB205
   • Human Resource Development and Management in Public DepartmentB301
   • Modern Organization TheoryB302
   • Leadership in OrganizationB303
   • Governmental Processes of Contemporary ChinaB304
   • Administrative LawB305
   • Theory and Practice of Contemporary Social PolicyB401
   • Comparative Social SecurityB402
   • Contemporary Social Welfare TheoryB403
   • Theory and Practice of the National Social Security InnovationB404
   • Advanced Practice of Social ResearchB405
   • Principle of EducationB501
   • Education ManagementB502
   • Educational EconomicsB503
   • Educational PsychologyB504
   • Educational System and PolicyB505
   • Urban Economics: Theory and PracticeB601
   • Urban Planning and DevelopmentB602
   • Urban Social ManagementB603
   • Urban Finance ManagementB604
   • Contemporary Urban GovernanceB605

Careers

The MPA program aims to foster comprehensive applied personnel for government and public organizations. Graduates are prepared for roles in public management and public policy fields, meeting the needs of modernization. The curriculum is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective leadership and contribution to public service.

• Public Management Professionals
• Policy Analysts
• Government Officials
• Leaders in Public Organizations

Frequently asked questions

What is the duration of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program?

The minimum duration for the MPA program is 2.5 years.

What career outcomes can I expect after completing the MPA program?

Graduates of the MPA program are prepared for roles in public management and public policy fields, including positions as Public Management Professionals, Policy Analysts, Government Officials, and Leaders in Public Organizations.

What is the curriculum structure for the MPA program?

The MPA curriculum requires a minimum of 40 credits, comprising core courses, specialized direction compulsory courses, and electives. It also includes brand courses and a social practice component, culminating in a thesis defense.

How does the Nankai University MPA program support students with their thesis and practical experience?

The program features a dual-tutorial system, with a teaching tutor for thesis guidance and a practice tutor for social practice. The thesis process includes rigorous topic selection, tutor responsibility, anonymous assessment, and defense.